- Pakistan, PLA begin joint Warrior-IX exercise: ISPR.
- Says the exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations.
- Adds drill targets to improve interoperability and skills.
The Pakistan Army and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China have begun the joint military exercise “Warrior-IX”, the ninth edition in the series of bilateral anti-terror exercises conducted annually between the two iron-clad brothers, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Tuesday.
The military’s media wing said the exercise began on December 1 with a focus on counter-terrorism operations aimed at improving interoperability, refining professional skills and sharing best practices in modern warfare.
Pakistan and China enjoy long-standing, proven defense cooperation rooted in mutual trust and strategic partnership.
Exercise Warrior-IX stands as a testament to the robust military-to-military relations between the two countries and reaffirms their shared commitment to regional peace, stability and security, the ISPR statement said.
“Mangla Corps Commander, Major General Bian Xiaoming, Deputy Chief of Staff, Western Theater Command, PLA and other senior military officials from both Pakistan and China attended the opening ceremony of the exercise held at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi,” it added.
